As a general contractor, you’re required to fill each position of need with a competent, able body. For many of us, filling the general labor positions can often seem easy; we find young, strong, enthusiastic “kids”, fresh out of high-school. While this tends to be a cheap and easy way to stock our laborer pool, we often don’t think about the long-term effects these decisions can play in both our (the employer) and their (the laborer’s) future. The mindset of these young workers is usually entirely different than that of an experienced laborer, as is their level of education and understanding of the job they’re expected to perform.
This lack of knowledge leads to an overwhelming increase in job-related injuries within the construction industry! In fact, work-related injury rates for employees in our industry under the age of 25 are approximately twice as high, compared to older workers! We all know accidents happen, but most of the time these accidents can be prevented. Not only do these injuries have the potential to severely injure or kill your employees, but they can also mean you’re liable for the damages.
How You Can Prevent Injuries
How Can I Train My Employees Better?
Training employees can be extremely time-consuming, and for most of us, time costs money. How can we be expected to train our employees on all the risks they might face during their time on the job? Let’s be honest, it’s not always that easy. But we have the solution. Here at American Contractors Organization, we’ve developed a membership program that takes the hassle out of training your employees, while helping to ensure you’re protected in the event of an unfortunate accident.
